Position Title: Mental Health Clinician - Angelina Mental Health Clinic
Position Number: P#1044
Location: Lufkin, TX
Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (occasional after-hours as needed)
Salary: $42,120 - $43,555 annually

Burke is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Clinician to support continuity of care for individuals transitioning from inpatient psychiatric treatment to outpatient services at the Angelina Mental Health Clinic. This role is essential in ensuring clients experience a seamless, well-coordinated transition to community-based care.

The clinician will obtain and organize clinical records, coordinate with inpatient and outpatient providers, and connect clients with appropriate outpatient services in a timely manner. This position requires strong organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accurate and timely documentation.

• Coordinate transitions from inpatient psychiatric facilities to outpatient services

• Obtain and organize necessary clinical documentation

• Communicate and collaborate with inpatient and outpatient treatment teams

• Link clients to appropriate outpatient services and ensure follow-up appointments are completed

• Identify and address barriers to care

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation

• Manage multiple cases effectively with strong time-management skills

Education:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, social work, medicine, registered nurse, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human growth and development, physician assistant, gerontology, special education, educational psychology, early childhood education, early childhood intervention, or another Human Services discipline that meets QMHP requirements.

Licensure/Certification:

• Valid Texas driver's license

• Driving record insurable by Burke's insurance administrator

• Ability to complete SAMA, CPR, First Aid, and Defensive Driving training modules

• At least six (6) months of full-time direct care experience in a mental health setting

• Experience conducting mental health screenings and assessments

• Ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively

• Lift up to 50 pounds

• Prolonged standing, walking, and driving

• Hand and finger dexterity

Burke is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families across East Texas. When you join Burke, you become part of a supportive team committed to making a meaningful difference in the community while growing professionally within a respected nonprofit healthcare organization.

If you are organized, client-focused, and passionate about supporting individuals through critical transitions in care, we encourage you to apply.